Nintendo’s lawyers had argued that the 3DS doesn’t draw on key aspects of Tomita’s patent. Nintendo acknowledged it had met with the inventor to discuss purchasing the technology, but said it was one of many such meetings with various potential vendors.

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In a statement published on Kotaku, Nintendo seemed to suggest it would appeal the decision.

“Nintendo is confident that the result will be set aside. The jury’s verdict will not impact Nintendo’s continued sales in the United States of its highly acclaimed line of video game hardware, software and accessories, including the Nintendo 3DS. Nintendo has a long history of developing innovative products while respecting the intellectual property rights of others,” the platform holder said.